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Jefferson City
Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Good morning, Jefferson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln University is studying ram fertility and testing how hemp biomass feed may affect sperm quality using new CASA methods. Assistant professor Jessica Epple-Farmer (LU) leads a team that has improved sample testing and will examine hemp feed safety to support sustainable practices. Lincoln University of Missouri
- ➤ LU Cooperative Extension educators led a hands-on cooking demonstration at Little Explorers Discovery Center in mid-March, teaching 4- and 5-year-olds about proteins and nutrition. The program will offer monthly visits and future sessions at LU's commercial kitchen and Finca EcoFarm to expand early nutrition education among local children. Lincoln University of Missouri
- ➤ Voters elected Michelle Rodemeyer, Kris Scheperle and Gretchen Duckworth to the board on Tuesday, replacing nearly half the seats as debates over teacher retention and rising expenses dominated the race. Candidates hosted watch parties at Indigo Buffalo, Towne Grill plus West Main Pizza. ABC 17
- ➤ Lincoln University Cooperative Extension is boosting youth leadership with 4-H programs and career workshops to help Missouri students meet academic challenges. The initiative focuses on academic enrichment including STEAM and uses outreach centers in St. Louis, Kansas City, Sikeston, Charleston, and Caruthersville to build resilience. Lincoln University of Missouri
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Mid South Speed League - Meet 6
5 AM – 3 PM — SK8 Zone LLC — No entry fee — Experience the thrill of competitive skate racing across four exciting divisions.
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Pizza & Pages Book Club
6:45-7:45 p.m. — Missouri River Regional Library — Free entry — Discuss 'The Otherwhere Post' with pizza and soda for high schoolers.
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